2 Safes are 3x Better than 1 | Building the Ultimate Gun Room Ep.3

Published on June 2, 2021
Duration: 18:46

This video provides expert advice on optimizing firearm storage by utilizing multiple safes as a single, integrated solution. The presenter, from Arm&Gun, details how to categorize firearms and strategically allocate them across safes to maximize space and accessibility. He emphasizes that two safes, when used intelligently, can be significantly more effective than one, especially when dealing with a large or diverse collection. The guide also touches on using secondary secure storage for accessories to further enhance firearm storage efficiency.

Quick Summary

Optimize your firearm storage by treating multiple safes as a single, integrated solution. Categorize firearms by size and type, dedicating specific areas or safes to each. This strategy maximizes vertical and horizontal space, improves accessibility, and prevents damage, making two optimized safes significantly more effective than one.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Ultimate Gun Room Series
  2. 00:55New Rhino Metals Safe Arrival
  3. 01:07Today's Itinerary: Safe Setup & Learnings
  4. 01:33Why 2 Safes Are 3x Better Than 1
  5. 02:15Initial Safe Setup Mistakes
  6. 03:04The Hassle of a Cluttered Gun Room
  7. 04:07Shelf Sagging Due to Overloading
  8. 04:34Inaccessibility Issues in Overstuffed Safes
  9. 05:32Realizing the Storage Approach Was Wrong
  10. 06:11Analyzing Collection and Safe Buckets
  11. 06:33Optimizing Storage Between Two Safes
  12. 07:07Dedicated Space for Folding Stock Firearms
  13. 07:41Anticipating New Firearm Arrivals
  14. 08:43Accommodating Upwards of 50 New Guns
  15. 09:55Plan for GPMG Sized Guns
  16. 10:04Micro SMGs and Long Storage
  17. 11:06Lowering Shelves for More Headroom
  18. 11:33Maximizing Internal Volume
  19. 12:10Efficient and Accessible Storage
  20. 12:19Guntuber/Armorer Problems
  21. 13:00Maximizing Safe Investment
  22. 13:35Learning from Mistakes: Don't Just Cram
  23. 14:14Avoiding Nicks and Safe Kisses
  24. 14:35Increasing Safes and Using Them Smartly
  25. 14:44Secondary Storage for Accessories
  26. 15:11Storing Expensive Bipods and Optics
  27. 15:33Spare Optics and Night Vision Storage
  28. 15:51Admin Shelf vs. Main Safe Space
  29. 16:18Investing in Secondary Storage
  30. 16:53Concentric Rings of Security
  31. 17:09Keeping Machine Guns Secure
  32. 17:38Tool Chest Security Features
  33. 17:57Biometric Lock Functionality
  34. 18:21Conclusion and Future Episodes

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make two gun safes more effective than one?

To make two gun safes more effective than one, treat them as a single, integrated storage solution. Categorize your firearms by size and type, and dedicate specific sections or safes to each category. This allows for optimized use of vertical and horizontal space, improving accessibility and preventing damage to firearms.

What is the best way to store short-barreled rifles (SBRs) in a gun safe?

For optimal SBR storage, separate fixed-stock SBRs from folding-stock SBRs. Fixed-stock SBRs can often be stored upright, while folding-stock SBRs might require dedicated shelves or compartments to prevent them from leaning or falling, maximizing vertical space.

Should I store accessories like optics and bipods in my gun safe?

While valuable, expensive accessories like high-end optics and bipods can take up significant space needed for firearms. Consider storing them in secondary secure storage, such as a locked tool chest, to free up prime real estate within your main gun safes for firearms.

How can I maximize the internal volume of my gun safe?

Maximize gun safe internal volume by avoiding overstuffing. Strategically arrange firearms by size and type, adjust or remove shelves to accommodate longer items, and utilize all available space, including door organizers and areas under swing-out racks. Avoid storing items that don't require the highest level of security in your primary firearm safes.

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